In this episode of the ICAEW Student Insights podcast, host Jag Dhaliwal learns the importance of Specialised Learning as part of the updated ACA qualification.

This episode covers:

• How Specialised Learning will help futureproof your career.
• The different types of courses available on the Specialised Learning platform.
• Engaging with your employer around their expectations of Specialised Learning.
• How much, and guidance over when, Specialised Learning must be completed.

Jag is joined in the studio by Andrea Cook, ICAEW Director of Specialised and Lifelong Learning; and Sarah Milsom, Senior Manager at Albert Goodman.

Links

• ICAEW: Specialised Learning - https://www.icaew.com/students/training/specialised-learning
• ICAEW: Let’s get started with your studies - https://www.icaew.com/students/getting-started
• ICAEW Student Insights - https://www.icaew.com/insights/student-insights 

Host

Jag Dhaliwal

Guests

• Andrea Cook, Director, Specialised and Lifelong Learning, ICAEW
• Sarah Milsom, Senior Manager, Albert Goodman

Episode first published: 17 September 2025

Podcast recorded: 30 June 2025